Seattle software engineer Grant Slatton and his wife and dog at the beach as seen in an original photograph and the Studio Ghibli-style image, left, that

The Ghibli-style AI art trend has taken social media by storm, with millions of users transforming their photos into animated visuals reminiscent of legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki’s works. Prominent figures such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amitabh Bachchan, and Elon Musk have joined the craze, fueling its popularity further.

The challenges posed by AI-generated art necessitate a multifaceted approach that includes revising existing laws, implementing safeguards, and encouraging ethical practices.